2009 Course Handbook
PSYC885: History and Theory in Psychology
This unit will consist of two parts. The first will explore the philosophical and scientific presuppositions of psychology. An examination of the historical roots of modern psychology with a view to critiquing current models of psychology will be undertaken. The second part of the unit will explore issues related to the role of theory and conceptual analysis in modern psychology. Major concepts within psychology will be examined (eg behaviour, cognition and motivation), and common weaknesses in psychological arguments identified with an aim to developing critical thinking skills.
| Credit Points: | 3 |
| Contact Hours: | -- |
| When Offered: | D1 - Day; Offered in the first half-year |
| Staff Contact: | Associate Professor Colin Wastell, Dr Simon Boag |
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| Unit Designations: | -- |
| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: |
Faculty of Human Sciences |
Timetable Information
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